Firm Description - Communications Manager

Walker Warner is an award-winning architecture firm with a staff of 70+ that has completed numerous residential, winery, and hospitality projects throughout the Western United States and Hawaii. Our work is tailored to the uniqueness and diversity of each client and place, maintaining a consistent focus on design excellence, thorough project management, and elevated service. We believe in collaboration, continuous learning, and sharing, and actively support candidates on the path to become licensed architects. Our office is friendly and spirited, with regular happy hours, field trips, and design-focused presentations. Conveniently located in San Francisco’s East Cut neighborhood, we are within walking distance of all major transit systems.

For more information about our projects and firm, please visit us on and .

This position is based out of our San Francisco office and open to a hybrid schedule once onboarding and orientation is complete.

Role Overview

Walker Warner is looking for a highly motivated and proven Communications Manager to help establish and execute the communications strategy for the firm. In close partnership with the Director of Marketing & Communications, the Communications Manager will have an exciting opportunity to create original content, strategically lead PR efforts, and work closely with all levels of the organization to help us execute on our communications strategy. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader who also enjoys rolling up their sleeves and jumping into the work, is a strong writer, tech-savvy, flexible, enjoys working as part of a team, and is excited about helping us market our incredible staff and the work we accomplish together.

Primary Responsibilities

In partnership with the Director of Marketing & Communications, design and execute the communications strategy for the firm
Lead all internal and external communication efforts for the firm, including:
- Partner successfully with the Marketing Manager to create and maintain firmwide marketing collateral
- Craft and edit all marketing materials and project narratives that convey our brand's messaging effectively (i.e. written presentation materials to support new business opportunities, written presentation content for design community events, etc.)
- Generate original content that aligns with the brand's voice and objectives
- Ensure that all external communications align with our established branding and messaging guidelines
- Provide support for internal communication efforts, assisting in choosing the most appropriate communication channels to engage our team
Own the end-to-end awards submission process by playing a pivotal role in enhancing our awards strategy, conducting thorough research on awards programs, and creating a strategic plan to ensure selected awards are applied to on time and thoughtfully marketed if awarded
Oversee all written aspects of the firm’s website to ensure content remains up-to-date, relevant, and in alignment with brand standards
In partnership with the Marketing Manager, create and execute a comprehensive social media strategy and calendar to engage our audience effectively through written content; maintain current knowledge and ability to execute on the latest social media trends to help inform and refine our social media strategy
In partnership with the Marketing Manager, strategically lead all event planning (e.g., book signings, open houses, home tours, speaking engagements, etc.) and explore strategic partnerships (e.g., lectures, juries, interviews, conferences, sponsorships, etc.) that support our PR initiatives
Establish and maintain a communications strategy and calendar for the firm, coordinating with other departments and functions to ensure key stakeholders and other firm business is not in conflict with communications efforts
Establish and maintain a strong working relationship with the firm's PR firm, as well as other external consultants, including writers, editors, graphic designers, etc
Perform regular, accurate reporting of social media, website analytics and PR programs working with external PR firm
Establish, execute and maintain quarterly newsletter and email marketing campaigns
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (i.e., architecture teams) to obtain written content approvals and generate marketing collateral (i.e., fact sheets, project descriptions, awards descriptions, etc.)
In partnership with the Director of Marketing & Communications, lead photography and videography efforts, including image selection and maintenance of our visual assets

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing or related field
Minimum of 5 to 8 years experience working in a communications and public relations capacity ideally within the A/E/C or related industry
Passionate about communications with a desire to stay current and aware of emerging trends; a passion for great storytelling and the ability to communicate messages in a compelling way
Confident, self-motivated, and proactive, with proven ability to effectively take ownership, organize work tasks, and manage multiple deadlines through to completion
Extremely detail oriented with a proven track record of managing multiple, potentially conflicting, priorities through to completion
Ability to efficiently and flexibly move with the pace of the business when completing tasks and responsibilities; proven ability to problem solve and generate multiple possible solutions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in both a remote and in-person team environment to meet deadlines and efficiently prioritize work while adapting to a variety of working styles
Must possess strong computer software skills with proficiency in Google Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to travel at least 10% of the time, with advanced notice, to assist with coordinating firm events

Compensation And Benefits

Walker Warner Architects offers a competitive compensation package including fully paid health benefits for employees, profit sharing, employer 401(k) contribution, generous paid time-off and flexible spending accounts, plus so much more.

The 2024 hiring base annual salary range for this position is $100,000 to $135,000. Any offer of compensation will be determined by a candidate’s education, skills, and experience as assessed during the interview process.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter with indication of the role for which you are applying. We will acknowledge receipt of your information, but only candidates being considered for a position will be contacted directly.

Please no hard copies, drop-ins or telephone calls. Reposting this job description elsewhere is not permitted.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact Human Resources at jobposting@walkerwarner.com.

Diversity

Walker Warner is an eVerify organization. We value diversity and know that diverse workplaces lead to a culture of innovation and more successful business outcomes. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

COVID-19 Vaccination

We strongly encourage all employees to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 and provide reasonable accommodations consistent with legal requirements (e.g., for medical and religious reasons.)

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

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